NHSMTC

National High School Mock Trial Championship

Promoting an understanding and appreciation of the American judicial system through academic competitions and other endeavors for students

The 2026 Competition

The 2026 National High School Mock Trial Championship will be held in Des Moines, Iowa, from May 7 to 9, 2026. The first National Championship was held in Des Moines in 1984, and the Board is excited to finally be coming “home.” The competition website is available here.

Future Host Sites Chosen

The 2027 National High School Mock Trial Championship will be held in St. Louis, Missouri, from May 13 to 15, 2027.

In 2028, the National High School Mock Trial Championship will take place in Hershey, Pennsylvania, from May 4 to 6, 2028.